COLORS-  There are many different colors available today such as white, beige, black, gray, black velvet, mosaic, and more.

Great site w/ photos of various colored chins

Breeding color mutation chart

Jeanette's Colored Chin Photos offer some great pics to see different chin colors

GROOMING- They are as easy to keep clean as their cage is. They have no noticeable odor and their fur is too thick for insects or parasites to make a home in.  (up to 80 hairs per follicle)

BATHING-  They do not need regular baths with water (they hate water); however, they use a finely ground powder labeled "Chinchilla Dust".  **Do not substitute other fine powders, use only Chinchilla Dust**  It can be purchased at most pet stores.  Put a depth of 2 inches in a tub and let your chinchilla have his bath session. Do not leave the dust in the tank indefinitely.  5 minutes is sufficient. They will throw it out or go potty in it after they are done bathing. They should be given their dust baths 2 times each week or more often if you live in humid climates.

Super Pet Chinchilla Bath Sand

This is the same 100% natural, mountain pumice that your chinchilla would find in his natural environment.

Kaytee® Chinchilla Dust Bath

A high-quality, all natural dusting powder.

More information on Dust baths click here

SHEDDING/COMBING-  Chinchillas gradually shed their fur every 3 months, so don't worry if your find fluffy balls of fur in your pet's cage. You might notice uneven fur growth on your animal's back.  New fur growth usually begins at the neck and moves down and over the animal's body.  A chinchilla needs combed to remove old fur that is being shed. One plus, you will get rid of the old fur a lot faster all at once and not find it floating around the room.

Super Pet Pro Slicker Brush